Before you begin a bodybuilding program, you should
take a moment to determine what your goals are. That answer will guide
you to the specific approach to take for best results based on your own
personal challenge. Bodybuilding success takes a long time, that's just
the way it is. So most of the individual attention to detail and
specific personal goal-oriented techniques are performed after a year or
two of basic beginning bodybuilding training.

My recommendation is to stick to the basics, with
special attention to consistency and a sound nutritional program in your
initial building phase

I will list a few important things to consider as well
as a one week sample training program to follow as you embark on a
successful bodybuilding journey.

Bottom line, nutrition is the most important aspect of
bodybuilding. Things to consider....each day consume approx 1.5 grams of
protein per pound of bodyweight....take in 3,500-6,000 calories per day
focusing on quality bodybuilding foods....drink a gallon of water or
more each day...stay consistent with your nutrition program....consume
6-10 meals per day eating every 2-3 hours....combine protein, carbs,
fat, and water with each of those meals....use supplements to enhance
nutritional balance ensuring a complete and effective nutrition program.

I'll say it all day long, consistency is key to success.
Don't skip workouts, don't give half-efforts in the gym, and don't
neglect certain muscle groups just because they aren't as fun to train.
When performing an exercise try to get 3-5 sets in with 30-60 seconds
rest between each set in most cases and 60-120 seconds or more rest for
larger muscle groups especially when using heavy weight. Take a couple
of minutes rest between different exercises or muscle groups. Try to
limit workouts to 45-65 minutes + a 5-10 minute warm-up before you start
the actual workout. Stay focused on the task at hand and put
concentration and meaning into each rep, each set, each exercise and
each muscle group.

Lifestyle-

You have to live the bodybuilding lifestyle to see
results. This means remembering to consume high amounts of protein and
carbs immediately after training during your post-workout window of
opportunity. It means getting eight hours of sleep each day. It means no
drinking, smoking, or engaging in activities that will be counter
productive and hinder your ability to achieve results. It means being
goal-oriented and driven by intrinsic motivation. It takes a lot of
discipline, but I can tell you from experience that the end result is
worth the hard work and sacrifice.